Cloud Security Specialist (API)

Cloud Security Specialist (API)

I2X Technologies is a reputable technology services company to the Federal Government. Whether the focus is on space exploration, national security, cyber security, or cutting-edge engineering applications, I2X is ready to offer you the chance to make a real-world impact in your field and for your country. We provide long-term growth and development. Headquartered in Colorado, I2X is engaged in programs across the country and in more than 20 states. Our programs support multiple Federal agencies, the Department of Defense and often focused on the space initiatives of our government customers.

I2X Technologies is seeking a Cloud Security Specialist (API) to support ongoing activities for a customer in Washington, DC. This position will be on-site.

• Extensive REST API experience specifically in implementing, securing, automating, testing, and documenting API integrations.
• Strong understanding of resilient integration patterns including error handling, retry mechanisms, and monitoring strategies Proficient in scripting and automation languages for security orchestration

Preferred Qualifications:

• AWS Certified Security - Specialty (strongly preferred) AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional or Associate
• Prefer experience with integrations between ServiceNow, Collibra, and Saviynt
• Experience implementing cloud-native serverless architectures and services
• Experience architecting and implementing security controls across public cloud platforms
• Experience implementing DevSecOps practices including continuous integration/deployment pipelines and infrastructure as code methodologies
• Experience implementing cloud access security broker (CASB) solutions for SaaS application security and visibility
• Strong understanding of security concepts and technologies related to Identity and Access Management (IAM), security engineering, network security design, security operations, security architecture, general engineering processes, cloud security, data loss protection, zero trust, DevSecOps and vulnerability management.
• Demonstrated federal experience and comprehensive knowledge in adopting and implementing federal cybersecurity requirements, including but not limited to the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, OMB Memorandum M-22-09, NIST SP 800-53
• Possess deep analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting experience, to independently resolve complex security challenges.
• Proven ability to provide technical security consultation and advisory services with a proactive approach to identifying potential issues, raising questions, and engaging in open dialogue with team members and stakeholders to ensure security objectives are met.

The Consultant shall deliver, but not limited to, the following:

• API integration architecture document detailing out the integrations between cloud systems.
• Data model and attribute mapping across cloud systems.
• Automation scripts and orchestration (serverless functions, scheduled jobs, event handlers)
• Build resilient, secure API integrations between cloud applications in support of an end-to-end data access management solution.
• Comprehensive testing and documentation of cloud integrations
• Support data loss prevention and cloud access security broker cloud initiatives
• Work across multiple teams as a Cloud Security Engineer SME to support security design, build, implementation, and monitoring of cloud platforms, applications, and tools.
• Offer technical consultation to cloud engineering teams on secure implementations Create or update security configuration guides and playbooks

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Management of Information Systems, or related field required
• Minimum of 6 years' experience in cybersecurity, including cloud security, compliance, and risk management with a background in system and network security engineering.
• Minimum of 6 years' experience on any Cloud Platform (AWS, Azure, Google, others).
• At least one of the following certifications preferred: CompTIA Security+, Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK), Professional Cloud Architect, Professional Cloud Security Engineer, Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) etc.

Candidates must have experience supporting a financial services government agency (e.g., U.S. Department of the Treasury, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, Federal Reserve System, Federal Reserve Board, Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, Commodity Futures Trading Commission, Financial Crimes Enforcement Network, Office of Foreign Assets Control, Federal Housing Finance Agency, Government National Mortgage Association, Small Business Administration, Financial Stability Oversight Council, Office of Financial Research, Federal Trade Commission) or government-sponsored enterprises such as Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac.

Essential Requirements:

US Citizenship is required.

In compliance with Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the annual base salary range for this position is listed. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. I2X Technologies considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will regularly sit, walk, stand and climb stairs and steps. May require walking long distance from parking to work station. Occasionally, movement that requires twisting at the neck and/or trunk more than the average person, squatting/ stooping/kneeling, reaching above the head, and forward motion will be required. The employee will continuously be required to repeat the same hand, arm, or finger motion many times. Manual and finger dexterity are essential to this position. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, depth perception and telling differences among colors. The employee must be able to communicate through speech with clients and public. Hearing requirements include conversation in both quiet and noisy environments. Lifting may require floor to waist, waist to shoulder, or shoulder to overhead movement of up to 20 pounds. This position demands tolerance for various levels of mental stress.

I2X Technologies is an Engineering and Information Technology Company focused on providing Services to the Federal and State Government. I2X offers a competitive compensation program and comprehensive benefits package to our employees.